The Imo State Police Command has arrested a syndicate involved in various crimes, including kidnapping, murder, child trafficking, and terrorism. According to CP Audu Bosso, 16 suspects have been apprehended, including Chinonso Ugochukwu, Chibuzor Okafor, Ohaka Chukwuka, and Ezekwe Chinyere. Recovered items include firearms, ammunition, explosives, charms, and IPOB insignia. One suspect, Chinonso, confessed to…

A tragic incident occurred in Katsina State on Friday, claiming the life of CSP Muhammad Kabir, the Divisional Police Officer of Rimi local government area. He was killed while leading a joint operation against cattle rustlers, leaving behind a legacy of bravery and service. Three of the rustlers were neutralised during the joint operation involving…

Two suspects, Gloria Joseph and Light Mandis has been arrested by the Bauchi State Police Command for allegedly luring a 20-year-old woman, Ebere Wilson, and her friend Mercy to Ghana for prostitution. The suspects are facing charges of criminal conspiracy, human trafficking, assault, extortion, and defamation. According to PUNCH ONLINE, the case has been transferred…

Four individuals has been sentenced to death by hanging for the murder of former Divisional Police Officer of Ahoada East, Superintendent of Police Bako Amgbashim by a Rivers State High Court in Port Harcourt. The convicts include Robinson Sonabari, a native doctor accused of preparing charms used in the killing, Bright Okparawo, Precious Amaeze (also…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested three individuals, Adam Muhammad, Muhammad Muhammad, and Bashir Musa, for allegedly mutilating Naira notes in Maiduguri. They were caught on a viral video using N500 notes to clean mucus from their noses. The suspects are currently under investigation at the Maiduguri detention facility and will be…

Six individuals suspected of being involved in the theft and sale of stolen tricycles has been apprehended by the Kano State Police Command in the state. According to a statement by the command’s spokesperson, Abdullahi Kiyawa, the arrests were made following a complaint by Ayuba Muhammad, who reported that his tricycle was stolen at Panshekara…

Three suspects, Ifeanyi Ibeabuchi, 39, Abdullahi Shaibu, 26, and Obah Chima, 18, has been arrested for unlawful possession of a firearm and involvement in illicit drug activities by the Anambra State Police Command.  As sighted on Punch online the suspects, including a motel owner, were arrested at Uke, Idemili North Local Government Area, on Monday.…

Two Chinese nationals, Huang Haoyu and An Hongxu, have been sentenced to 46 years’ imprisonment each by a Federal High Court in Lagos for cyber terrorism and internet fraud. The duo, alongside one Friday Audu, were part of a syndicate of 792 fraudsters arrested in December 2024 for cryptocurrency, investment, and romance scams. The court…

The Nigerian Army’s 12 Brigade has destroyed a terrorist camp in Kogi State, recovering significant arms and ammunition, including 8 boxes of 7.62 x 54 link ammunition and high-velocity grenades. The operation, led by Brigadier General Kasim Umar Sidi, involved troops advancing on foot through dense forest and difficult terrain to achieve tactical surprise. The…

The Cross River State Police Command says its operatives were attacked while trying to arrest suspects linked to an assault case. The incident happened on February 9, 2026, at Utuhu Junction in Obanliku Local Government Area. The police said they were acting on a complaint by Elizabeth Akinya, who accused Peter Odey (aka Ola), Michael…

At the Bayelsa State Secretariat Complex in Yenagoa a suspected Improvised Explosive Device (IED) exploded early Wednesday, prompting a swift response from security agencies. The explosion occurred around 6:00 am, but no casualties or property damage were reported. Police Commissioner CP Iyamah confirmed the incident, stating that the Explosive Ordinance Disposal Unit contained the situation,…

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested six suspects and seized a cache of illicit substances, including cocaine, heroin, and tramadol, in a raid on a notorious drug enclave in Bonny Island, Rivers State. However, the operation turned tragic when one of the suspects mobilized armed hoodlums to attack the operatives, resulting in…

The Kogi State Government has issued an urgent security alert following the abduction of all passengers on a Sienna commercial bus by armed bandits along the Ejule-Aloma Road in Ofu Local Government Area. The incident occurred earlier today, with reports indicating that the vehicle was intercepted by armed men who forced all occupants into the…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned Otobor Geoffrey Onajefe before an Ikeja Special Offences Court, Lagos, for allegedly conspiring to steal ₦37,440,000 from Omotayo Olumide Oyebanji and Mr. Ernest Adeii. Onajefe pleaded not guilty to the charges, which include conspiracy and stealing, contrary to Sections 409 and 285 of the Criminal Law…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested Ibekwe Izuchukwu Emmanuel, a sales representative of Prince OJ Global Services Limited, for allegedly diverting ₦70,030,450 of company funds. Emmanuel allegedly used part of the money to buy a plot of land in Enugu State. He’s being held alongside Miracle Onyekachi Nnaji, a Point of Sale…

David Ekes, a 21-year-old dispatch rider with Dibecs Industry Limited in Edo State, staged his own abduction after losing N1.3 million to online gambling. He sold his phone, checked into an Abuja hotel, and told police three armed men took him and the money. His brother reported him missing, prompting police to investigate. Enquiries revealed…

The Benue State Police Command has successfully repelled an attack by armed herdsmen at Awanse community in Kwande Local Government Area, rescuing a woman who was taken hostile. Swift police intervention sent the attackers fleeing. The rescued woman is safe and unhurt. Police efforts have restored calm in the area, with ongoing patrols and surveillance…

Three suspected kidnappers involved in the abduction of Dr. Abu Ibrahim Babatunde, a medical doctor, and the killing of his younger brother, Abu Tahir has been arrested by the Edo State Police Command. The suspects, Saminu Kawujie, Idris Abubakar, and Sani Abubakar, were arrested on February 3 and 8, 2026, following intelligence-led operations. The police…

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested Nwabueze Izueke, a 62-year-old Lagos-based businessman, at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA), Kano, for allegedly attempting to traffic 95 pellets of cocaine weighing 1.589 kilograms to China. Izueke was apprehended on Saturday, January 31, during the outward clearance of passengers traveling to China via…